From 10am to 2pm carvers will be creating their sculptures. Watch them in action!

Weather permitting, you can view the completed sculptures hours to days beyond the event. Come and stroll Downtown Hartford Saturday and Sunday afternoon (and hopefully even more days) to check out the art!

Never shop hopped? Well, get ready! This is the mother lode of all road trips!

The Vintage Shop Hop is a self-guided day of vintage & boutique shopping. We're gathering 400+ vintage shops and antique store owners, along with women's boutiques & home decor shops in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin to roll out the red carpet for you on March 1 & 2, 2019. You just have to gather your friends and head out!

You can follow along on this page as we highlight shops each day along with "mini-regions" that encompass many shops in one area. Every few days we post an updated interactive Google Map showing all shop locations. You can pull it up on your mobile device as you shop, making it easy to hop from shop to shop! And because it's a Google Map, you can also see restaurants, points of interest, gas stations and more! There will also be a "list" of shops that are categorized into mini-regions for easy traveling from one to the next. You can find this list posted every few days...and when it's complete with all 400 shops, it will be posted to our blog year round. Print it off and keep in your glove compartment!

Come “Move it, Move it” with the Schauer Rising Stars Productions as they help Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo, and some crafty penguins escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo.

Not content to live in blissful captivity, Marty lets his curiosity take over as he makes his escape to explore the world. His friends refuse to be left behind as they all embark on an unforgettable voyage.

Based on the smash-hit DreamWorks motion picture, this show promises to be a Zooful of fun!

Come “Move it, Move it” with the Schauer Rising Stars Productions as they help Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo, and some crafty penguins escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo.

Not content to live in blissful captivity, Marty lets his curiosity take over as he makes his escape to explore the world. His friends refuse to be left behind as they all embark on an unforgettable voyage.

Based on the smash-hit DreamWorks motion picture, this show promises to be a Zooful of fun!

In the crowning show of their season, the MBII dancers showcase their technique, artistry and athleticism while incorporating dancers from the Schauer School of the Arts. Featuring classical and contemporary choreography, this show is entertaining and exciting for audiences of all ages. Bonus: Hear the artists share their stories and dreams of becoming professional dancers in a special post-show talkback.

A Wisconsin family favorite since 1986, author, storyteller, and songwriter Stuart Stotts puts on a show that one third-grade fan claims is “even better than recess”.

His music is funny, engaging, educational, and filled with meaning and positive messages. With humorous songs like “Be Bananas” and “When Daddy Starts to Dance,” you’ll leave singing, laughing, and remembering!

Growing up in Detroit to the sounds of blues and R&B music, David Gerald was inspired by greats like Albert King, ZZ Hill, Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King and Stevie Ray Vaughan.

At age 14, he picked up the guitar and the rest is history. Now, with his band, Gerald performs at clubs and festivals across the United States and his most recent album topped the blues and roots charts.

Hear him pay tribute to some of his influencers with songs like "I'll Play The Blues For You" and "Thrill Is Gone," as well as original works featuring breathtaking blues guitar and soulful vocals. DavidGerald.com

This brand new show pays tribute to the life, the music, and the wonderful man himself, Mr. Andy Williams!

The sensation Jimmy Osmond stars in this dynamic production that features award-winning music, video footage of Andy, and Jimmy’s own memories of the icon he knew as a friend and mentor.

Hear Jimmy sing songs that made Andy Williams so beloved by millions including “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Almost There,” and “Moon River,” along with chart-topping hits made famous by Osmond and his brothers.

By popular demand and critical acclaim, the award-winning Hartford Players’ smash-hit musical revue is back with all new material!

Returning to the punny pinnacle of Pikes Peak, you’ll have a blast as they wow you with their witty wackiness. The hand-picked cast of Wisconsin’s finest talent will bring you songs and skits from the best comedy theater writers in NYC and crazy new laughs from the Players’ in-house madcap musical mercenaries.

Featuring live accompaniment from the Comicality All-Star Band and a bar that’s even more open than ever before, you won’t want to miss a minute of the libation-laced lunacy!

By popular demand and critical acclaim, the award-winning Hartford Players’ smash-hit musical revue is back with all new material!

Returning to the punny pinnacle of Pikes Peak, you’ll have a blast as they wow you with their witty wackiness. The hand-picked cast of Wisconsin’s finest talent will bring you songs and skits from the best comedy theater writers in NYC and crazy new laughs from the Players’ in-house madcap musical mercenaries.

Featuring live accompaniment from the Comicality All-Star Band and a bar that’s even more open than ever before, you won’t want to miss a minute of the libation-laced lunacy!

Ring in the holiday season gypsy-style with Madison’s Harmonious Wail!

Richly-influenced by European gypsy musicians, the Wail blends an eclectic array of styles - Django Reinhardt-inspired jazz, Eastern European gypsy swing, American jazz standards, and contemporary folk - to create their own distinctive sound.

Participating downtown businesses will be open until midnight! Stroll down Main Street and check out deals on those last-minute gifts on your shopping list! Bring a camera to capture a photo-op with Santa.

This beautiful light display will begin on Main Street and eventually go around the Mill Pond and up the river, through Willowbrook Park. This year there is a fundraiser, with the goal of decorating the path between Main Street and the Mill Pond.

Returning to the Schauer by popular demand, the Next Generation Leahy is one of the most talented families performing today.

Building on over three generations of Leahy musicianship, Doug, with his wife and children, are keeping those traditions alive through song and dance.

Performing on fiddle, cello, French accordion, piano with singing and French-Canadian step dancing, these talented children are a rare inspiration. A joy for each and every audience, “A Family Christmas” includes hymns and carols, dancing and other examples of the family’s own holiday traditions.

Returning to the Schauer by popular demand, the Next Generation Leahy is one of the most talented families performing today.

Building on over three generations of Leahy musicianship, Doug, with his wife and children, are keeping those traditions alive through song and dance.

Performing on fiddle, cello, French accordion, piano with singing and French-Canadian step dancing, these talented children are a rare inspiration. A joy for each and every audience, “A Family Christmas” includes hymns and carols, dancing and other examples of the family’s own holiday traditions.

A high-energy and talented musician, Croft has been performing full-time since 2005, playing his mix of Roots Rock & Americana covers and originals. From Stevie Wonder to Paul Simon, Tom Petty to Springsteen, and Jack Johnson to Johnny Cash, he covers all the bases, and puts an original spin on the songs you know and love.

He’s also and award-winning songwriter and vocalist with five albums (and counting) of original music to his name.

Croft is joined by the exceedingly talented violinist, Jon Vriesacker, journeyman and bassist, Dan Kennedy, and percussionist Robert Boyd.

Experience the sounds and sights of the Golden Age of entertainment as stirring vocal harmony, comedy and captivating choreography combine to produce “Now in Technicolor.”

A Schauer favorite, the Guyz are back with their newest production celebrating the transforming era of music that was delivered to American living rooms through the iconic and enthralling invention - the television set!

Take a tour through boomer life as this fabulous foursome charm audiences with delightful snapshots of the most vibrant period in entertainment history.

Experience the sounds and sights of the Golden Age of entertainment as stirring vocal harmony, comedy and captivating choreography combine to produce “Now in Technicolor.”

A Schauer favorite, the Guyz are back with their newest production celebrating the transforming era of music that was delivered to American living rooms through the iconic and enthralling invention - the television set!

Take a tour through boomer life as this fabulous foursome charm audiences with delightful snapshots of the most vibrant period in entertainment history.

Back by popular demand, Steve Lippia returns to the Schauer in this quintessential remembrance of Ol’ Blue Eyes. More than a “sound-alike,” his sold out Las Vegas appearances and national tours have cemented his place as a champion of the Great American Songbook.

With sublime vocals, a swingin' live big band and the greatest set list of all time, you won't want to miss this magical evening of hits!

Best remembered for their record-breaking disco hits and stunning falsettos, the Bee Gees dominated the pop scene of the early 60s and 70s.

Relive it all from the beginning with the Bee Gees Gold tribute band, featuring the detailed vocals of John Acosta (Barry), Daryl Borges (Robin), Jeff Celentano (Maurice) as the brothers Gibb.

Backed by a live band, this talented trio nails the signature sound and the stylish look of the Bee Gees, with everything from early hits like "To Love Somebody," "Massachusetts," "Lonely Days," "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" and more, to later disco classics like "Stayin' Alive," "Night Fever," "How Deep Is Your Love" and "You Should Be Dancing."

Best remembered for their record-breaking disco hits and stunning falsettos, the Bee Gees dominated the pop scene of the early 60s and 70s.

Relive it all from the beginning with the Bee Gees Gold tribute band, featuring the detailed vocals of John Acosta (Barry), Daryl Borges (Robin), Jeff Celentano (Maurice) as the brothers Gibb.

Backed by a live band, this talented trio nails the signature sound and the stylish look of the Bee Gees, with everything from early hits like "To Love Somebody," "Massachusetts," "Lonely Days," "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" and more, to later disco classics like "Stayin' Alive," "Night Fever," "How Deep Is Your Love" and "You Should Be Dancing."

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Join this class at Furnish Traders to learn about and sample essential oils that specifically support FOCUS and ENERGY.

This is a free class that starts just after Furnish Traders closes. Laurel's classes are educational and fun and there will be refreshments and a drawing to win free oils!

A no pressure evening - so if you've been curious about oils, come join us to learn more! Class size is limited, therefore do sign up so Furnish Traders can get you on the class list. View the event page for additional details.